The Katie Halper Show JFK, Israel & The Biden Cover Up With Norman Solomon, Ken McCarthy & Aaron Good
May 22, 2025
Norman Solomon, a journalist and co-founder of RootsAction.org, discusses the media's role in political coverups, including President Biden's mental health and the Democratic Party's challenges. Aaron Good, political scientist and host of the American Exception podcast, joins Ken McCarthy to unravel the mysteries of JFK's assassination, exploring its ties to Israel and the deep state. The trio critiques contemporary media narratives surrounding Gaza, emphasizing the need for reform within the Democratic Party and confronting historical injustices.
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U.S. Politics: Trapped in a Vice
- The U.S. political system is trapped between a neoliberal, corporate militaristic Democratic Party and a fascistic Republican Party.
- This situation demands a united front, even if it means collaborating with odious forces, while fighting their militarism and corporatism.
Democrats Denied Biden's Decline
- The Democratic leadership covered up Biden's cognitive decline to avoid aiding Trump's election.
- This culture of denial and fear blocks necessary accountability and primary challenges within the party.
Harris's Gaza Stance Costs Votes
- Kamala Harris disagreed with Biden on Gaza but publicly echoed his policies to avoid rocking the political boat.
- Polling indicated a majority of Americans opposed arming Israel, showing her position was both immoral and politically damaging.
